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Renowned Scientist Kasturirangan Passes Away at 84

Renowned Scientist Kasturirangan Passes Away at 84 Why in the News ? Former ISRO Chairman Dr. K. Kasturirangan passed away at the age of 84 in Bengaluru. A prominent figure in India’s space and education sectors, he was associated with key ISRO missions and had also served as a Rajya Sabha member. Life and Career …

26Apr 2025

Teaching Children Healthy Eating Habits Through Schools

Teaching Children Healthy Eating Habits Through Schools Syllabus: GS-2: Issues Relating to Poverty & Hunger GS-3: Agricultural Resources Focus: The Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit in Paris and the extension of the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition till 2030 have renewed global focus on combating malnutrition. It highlighted the urgent need to shift from …

26Apr 2025

Pakistan’s Crisis and Its Strategic Fallout on India

Pakistan’s Crisis and Its Strategic Fallout on India Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: A recent terrorist attack in Jammu & Kashmir, linked to Pakistan-backed groups, has highlighted Pakistan’s worsening internal instability. Amidst political chaos, economic distress, and rising insurgencies, the Pakistani military …

25Apr 2025

India Launches Campaign to Eradicate Measles-Rubella by 2026

India Launches Campaign to Eradicate Measles-Rubella by 2026 Why in the News ? India has unveiled its National Zero Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign 2025–26 amid World Immunization Week, aiming for countrywide two-dose vaccine coverage. Health Minister J P Nadda emphasized zero-case districts and urged stakeholder participation to achieve elimination of both diseases by 2026. Highlights of …

25Apr 2025

SC Clears UGC Rules to Tackle Caste Discrimination

SC Clears UGC Rules to Tackle Caste Discrimination Why in the News ? The Supreme Court allowed notification of the UGC 2025 anti-discrimination regulations, despite concerns raised by mothers of Rohith Vemula and Payal Tadvi. It directed that a National Task Force will continue evaluating and improving the regulations if needed. Supreme Court’s Decision on …

25Apr 2025

Preventing Terror Infiltration Needs Smart Border Strategy

Preventing Terror Infiltration Needs Smart Border Strategy Why in the News ? Following the Pahalgam terror attack, security forces face challenges in tracking terrorists hiding in J&K’s forests. Experts highlight the urgent need for a stronger counter-infiltration grid, smart fencing, and improved surveillance to prevent terrorists from entering India altogether. Infiltration: A Growing Security Concern …

25Apr 2025

Supreme Court Suggests Vote Threshold for Unopposed

Supreme Court Suggests Vote Threshold for Unopposed Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s opinion on setting a minimum vote threshold for unopposed election candidates to enter Parliament or state assemblies, stressing that democratic legitimacy should not be bypassed, even in uncontested scenarios. Supreme Court’s Concern & PIL Background: A …

25Apr 2025

Global Pandemic Treaty Draft Finalized Without USA

Global Pandemic Treaty Draft Finalized Without USA Why in the News ? The World Health Organization (WHO) member states have agreed on a draft global pandemic treaty after over three years of negotiations. The treaty aims to improve preparedness for future pandemics but faces criticism for limited enforcement powers and U.S. absence. Need for a …

25Apr 2025

World Malaria Day 2025: WHO Renews Global Commitment

World Malaria Day 2025: WHO Renews Global Commitment Why in the News ? World Malaria Day 2025 is being observed today under the theme “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite.” The WHO urges global stakeholders to step up efforts and investments to eliminate malaria through innovation, policy support, and community action. Malaria: Disease Overview …

25Apr 2025

Is the World Trade Organization Losing Global Relevance?

Is the World Trade Organization Losing Global Relevance? Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Important International Institutions , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , Deglobalisation & Protectionism Focus: The WTO faces a crisis of credibility with its dispute settlement mechanism paralyzed, negotiations stalled since the Doha Round, and rising unilateralism …

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